User manual BBE SOUND ARS1

[. . . ] Today, the quality of CDs has made the reproduction of sound much more accurate and fulfilling. Unfortunately, the original recorded tapes from which the CDs are mastered may not have been recorded with the latest recording techniques, causing the program material to be distorted or muddy. Additionally, because the modern mastering process for CDs is digital, some of the natural audio characteristics are lost. The BBE ARS will help restore the sparkle and clarity of those original master recordings and will add warmth and natural musical presence to contemporary digitally recorded material. [. . . ] Imagine looking through a camera lens and the image is dull and fuzzy, then you twist the lens and the picture comes into sharp view. When the power is on, the STATUS LED lamp will illuminate. 3 REAR PANEL 1 2 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 3 4 FUSE 230 8 WATTS 50/60Hz v ATTENTION: UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE DE T63mA, 250V. AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIC NE PAS OUVRIR! !v ARS full frequency focusTM OUT IN ® CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE T63mA, 250V FUSE. MADE IN U. S. A. HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA L R L R 1. POWER CORD: USA configuration shown in illustration above. FUSE: Replace ONLY with same type Fast-blow fuse. USA, Canada and Japan models: 250Vac, 1/2A Fast-blow Standard model: 250Vac, . 125A Fast-blow 3. INPUTS: The signal input to the BBE ARS is to be applied to the RCA jacks labeled "IN", Refer to the "CONNECTIONS" pages for proper hook-up. OUTPUTS: The signal output of the BBE ARS is to be taken from the RCA jacks labeled "OUT". Refer to the "CONNECTIONS" pages for proper hook-up. SPECIFICATIONS (0dBu = 0. 775mVrms) Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . process on: program controlled process off: DC to 20kHz Absolute noise in process mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -90dBu below rated max output of 0dBu THD in process mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . less than 0. 1% @-10dBu level Input Characteristics Input Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50K Ohms Nominal Input Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -10dBu Output Characteristics Minimum load impedance for full output level . . . . . . 1K Ohm Nominal Output Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -10dBu Maximum Output Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +16dBu Power Requirements USA / Canada / Japan models. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-120Vac, 50/60Hz, 10 Watts Standard model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200-240Vac, 50/60Hz, 10 Watts AC Line fuse protected. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . USA Model: 250Vac 1/2A Fast-blow fuse Standard Model: 250Vac . 125A Fast-blow fuse Terminations/Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gold-plated RCA jacks Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16. 5"(W) x 8. 5"(D) x 1. 7"(H) 419mm(W) x 216mm(D) x 43mm(H) Shipping Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6. 5 lbs. Note: Due to continuing product improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice. 4 GENERAL OPERATION THE BBE ARS IS A LINE LEVEL SIGNAL PROCESSOR AND IS TO BE CONNECTED PRIOR TO THE POWER AMP OUTPUT IN ANY AUDIO SYSTEM. SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE MAY BE INFLICTED TO THE BBE ARS OR ANY SUBSEQUENT COMPONENT IN THE SYSTEM IN THE EVENT THE OUTPUT OF A POWER AMP IS CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO THE BBE ARS. In order to reduce the risk of damage to any equipment, properly connect all cables and power cables before turning on any components in the system. An updated listing of international distributors can be found at our www. bbesound. com web-site. WARRANTY Warranty registration of the unit to BBE Sound, Inc. However, it is strongly recommended that a copy of the bill of sales is retained for future reference. IT IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE END USER TO PROVIDE THE BILL OF SALE OR OTHER MEANS OF PROOF OF PURCHASE TO VALIDATE THE WARRANTY IF WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUIRED. The BBE ARS is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from date of purchase from BBE Sound, Inc. will repair units free of charge providing that they are shipped prepaid to: BBE Sound, Inc. Attn: Service Department 5381 Production Drive Huntington Beach, California 92649 BBE Sound, Inc. will pay return UPS shipping charges within the USA. All charges related to non-US shipping, including customs clearance, will be billed. The warranty will be honored for the longer of either 90 days from the date of any service or the remainder of the original 5 year factory warranty. This warranty will be considered null and void by BBE Sound, Inc. The equipment has been physically damaged. [. . . ] v L REC TUNER CD AUX PHONO PLAY REC PLAY TAPE 1 TAPE 2 CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE T63mA, 250V FUSE. ATTENTION: UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE DE T63mA, 250V. In the event the BBE ARS is desired on one component only, connecting it in series with the signal source will be best. 9 USING THE ARS WITH SURROUND SOUND TYPE PROCESSORS SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR INPUTS OUTPUTS LEFT SURROUND RIGHT CENTER LEFT RIGHT FUSE 230 8 WATTS 50/60Hz v CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIC NE PAS OUVRIR! !v LEFT RIGHT CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE T63mA, 250V FUSE. ATTENTION: UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE DE T63mA, 250V. BBE ARS FUSE 230 8 WATTS 50/60Hz v ATTENTION: UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE DE T63mA, 250V. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIC NE PAS OUVRIR! !v ARS full frequency focusTM OUT IN ® CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE T63mA, 250V FUSE. MADE IN U. S. A. HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA L R L R INTEGRATED AMP R FUSE 230 8 WATTS 50/60Hz v CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIC NE PAS OUVRIR! !v L REC TUNER CD AUX PHONO PLAY REC PLAY TAPE 1 TAPE 2 CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE T63mA, 250V FUSE. ATTENTION: UTILISER UN FUSIBLE DE RECHANGE DE MEME TYPE DE T63mA, 250V. When possible, connect the BBE ARS processor to the tape loop of the surround sound device. [. . . ]